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50,632 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear shockers (5.3.2 (b))
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped at nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chipped at nearside (3.2 (a) (i))
Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall rim protector (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both rear (5.3.2 (b))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Parking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
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A23 DRL is a 2012 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 2012 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.2% with a typical mileage of 34,465 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A23 DRL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 14 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.
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What year was A23 DRL registered?
A23 DRL is a 2012 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 May 2012.
Is A23 DRL safe to buy?
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